Meet Zilyana, affectionately known as Zillie! This spirited five-and-a-half-year-old Standard Schnauzer is currently in Amherst, MA, exuding athletic energy, playful silliness, and affection, all wrapped in her striking black coat. At around 30 pounds, Zillie may be an adult, but she still believes in the joys of puppyhood! This playful girl enjoys chasing toys, playing fetch, and chewing on filled bones. After a day full of fun, she loves curling up with her family, happy just to be part of the evening activities. Zillie shows off her training skills — she's crate trained, house-trained, and knows commands like sit, down, and stay. She is a great car companion too, always ready for an adventure. A securely fenced yard is essential for her, as her jumping skills are impressive. Friendly with other dogs, Zillie would relish having a compatible canine playmate in her new home. However, she doesn’t get along with cats and should ideally be in a cat-free home. Her experience with children is limited, making her compatibility with kids currently uncertain. Being close to her people is crucial for Zillie. She experiences separation anxiety and might whine or bark when left alone. Her forever family will need to help her build confidence with plenty of companionship and positive reinforcement. She sleeps well in her crate, especially if it’s near her loved ones. Zillie is spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, and ready to bring her expressive Schnauzer smile and boundless enthusiasm into your life. Does she sound like the playful sidekick your family has been waiting for? Click apply to start the adoption process.